Ms. Valerie Edison
Biography
Ms. Valerie Edison, a native of Westerville, Ohio, brings more than two decades of K–12 educational experience and a distinguished record of instructional leadership to her role as Principal of Antilles High School. Her commitment to service is deeply personal. A proud U.S. Army Combat Medic Veteran, Ms. Edison completed a tour in Iraq before transitioning her mission to education in 2005.
Her leadership is grounded in a robust academic foundation. Ms. Edison holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Ohio Dominican University; a Master of Arts in Special Education from Mount Vernon Nazarene University; a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from The Ohio State University; and a Master of Science in Data Science from Eastern University. She is currently a PhD candidate in Cognition and Instruction at Grand Canyon University, where she continues to deepen her expertise in learning science and evidence-based instructional practices.
Ms. Edison’s DoWEA journey began at Yokosuka Middle School in Japan, where she served as a mathematics teacher and assumed key leadership roles, including CSI Chair, Data Chair, and SAC Chair. Prior to entering school administration, she worked as a curriculum writer and educational researcher for the largest online school in the United States. She later served as a Professional Learning Instructional Systems Specialist, supporting schools across Puerto Rico and Cuba. Most recently, as Assistant Principal of Antilles High School, Ms. Edison led the campus through a highly successful Cognia accreditation visit and championed initiatives that resulted in significant gains in PSAT mathematics performance.
As a veteran, the mother of two active-duty service members, and the grandmother of a military-connected student, Ms. Edison brings a deep understanding of the unique experiences of the families she serves. Ms. Edison and her husband, Mark, are honored to continue serving the Antilles community.
Ms. Valerie Edison
Principal
1062 Victory Drive
Fort Buchanan, PR 00934
United States